“For eight years, Mr Obama was the most powerful person in the world. And it is from this unique perspective that he will speak on the future of the global economy as well as Asia’s growing role,” said Mr Shaari.

“As part of our client engagement efforts, we are always looking for unique opportunities where our clients can glean riveting perspectives from global leaders in fields such as finance, economics and investment.”

Notable personalities who have spoken at previous Bank of Singapore events include Nobel Prize recipients Professor Joseph Stiglitz and Paul Krugman, as well as Dr Michio Kaku, a theoretical physicist and futurist.